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Residents disappointed in several areas over lack of fibre optic AUTUMN MacDONALD Observer Reporter More than 80 rural residents gathered at Kersley Hall after they discovered out fibre optic would not be made available to them. Residents from Kersley, Richbar and Yendreys subdivision voiced their disappointment over TELUS’ decision not to extend fibre optic service to them. “We want broad band access,” Kersley president Dan Evans said, pointing to at least having access to ADSL. TELUS media relations Liz Sauve said the company is only doing certain parts of the city. “We are hoping to reach as many people as possible,” she said, highlighting the project was an investment of $8 million. “The build is about 50 per cent complete.” Evans said he understands why not all homes can be serviced but pointed to as lack of communication. “We just want answers,” he said. “Nothing may come of this, but we have to at least try.” Sauve looked into the lack of communication and pointed to a website as the best means of contact, https://fibre.telus.com/ iwantfibre or by phone at 1-855-716-6691 to get more fibre related information. “While we are not serving certain areas yet we are continuing to evaluate,” she said. “TELUS is always reviewing how to best service clients.” A site outlining which neighbourhoods are fibre ready and which are coming in February, March and April can be found at, www. telus.com/quesnel.
Winter Carnival a blast These children were just two of the many who attended the Quesnel Winter Carnival in West Fraser Timber Park, Feb. 7. Throngs of families, couples and individuals decided it was exactly what they wanted to do on a mild Saturday. With activities covering the spectrum of winter fun, the event was a big success for the community. For more photos see Page A3.
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